The pic of the kiddies is hilarious. It's like you have some brain washing movie playing or something the way they are .

 

I have one! It's very comfortable and rather quiet. And it should be very reliable as well.

 

Same chassis indeed. Good eye.

 

The Pilot shares the same chassis, mechanical components, and 3.5L engine with the MDX. I have been in a MDX and the Pilot seems larger inside as well as "bulkier" outside. Must be why it is $15k less

MDX obviously has more luxury appointments but it seems badging is the major difference here.